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Admittedly, this isn't the beach I was on this week. I had to use a little clickbait so perhaps you would want to look at the post. I feared that nothing I had would lure you in. We have to use all the encouragement we have nowadays. This post is dedicated to #BeachWednesdy by @Uwelang. I dare you to give me a little bit of beach today! While we are at it, we are going to do our #WedensdayWalk with @Tattoodjay. You can check out his post here. It is a great day to go to the beach!! Who's in? All you have to do is raise your hand!


"The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it"

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This flower is dedicated to #WednesdayYellow #ColorChallenge by @Kalemandra, who happens to color my world every day. Oh for the beauty of their delicate nature. Happy Wednesday!

I wanted to take you back to Newport, Rhode Island again. One of my favorite little haunts in life. The atmosphere is laid back, in the most yuppy of ways, parting only to admit the advent of the tourist industry. It hasn't changed much since I first came as a little kid, I can recognize most of the buildings in town, only the outskirts seem a little updated. That is so New England. But, I love it. It pains me to see so many places in the USA tearing down the old to make room for the new.





I love classic shake houses of New England. While many people use the terms interchangeably, shingles and shakes are not the same. Here’s the Cedar Shake & Shingle Bureau description: “Generally, a shingle is sawn on both sides and is thinner at the butt than a shake. A shake is typically split on one or both sides. … Shakes are still manufactured by hand, but most are now made using powered equipment. Being sawn, shingles exhibit some cross-grain due to cutting, whereas shakes, being split, follow the grain more closely. For the same reason, shingles are more uniform than shakes. source

Walking through town, there are bistros and cafes, all the things that make it genteel and most welcoming. I inhale the bouquet as I wander about, a mix of salt life and freshly brewed coffee. How can we spell perfection?

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Or maybe this is my season
Perchance
Leaving the irrational longing behind
Welcoming the feeling instead

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Leaning on the doorway, the entrance for which

Waiting for my heart to separate
Reality from not

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What is not to love? The wave of salt air hits me and pulls me forward to another day of stay. I am addicted to the way of life here and will eventually make it my own once again.

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I walk along, wondering to myself about that man that lives, sans his ex-wife in the house on the rock. I can only imagine how much fun that would be, watching the water traffic go by. .


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So the joy may touch your soul
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I always post this poem down at the bottom of my posts. It is one that has become so near and dear to my heart. I only post the most famous part of it, but, wanted to post it in its entirety today.

they set my aunts house on fire
i cried the way women on tv do
folding at the middle
like a five pound note.
i called the boy who use to love me
tried to ‘okay’ my voice
i said hello
he said warsan, what’s wrong, what’s happened?

i’ve been praying,
and these are what my prayers look like;
dear god
i come from two countries
one is thirsty
the other is on fire
both need water.

later that night
i held an atlas in my lap
ran my fingers across the whole world
and whispered,
"where does it hurt?"
it answered,

"everywhere"
"everywhere"
"everywhere"

warsan shire



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When you was attend beach area ,hope you enjoy spending quality time cause this beach view is very beautiful.

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Oh, absolutely! I love this beach! I never waste one minute of time there!

As always, I wish you a wonderful day!

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Be yourself and original. That is better than using clickbaits.
At least in my opinion.

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OMG! It was a joke! LOL

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And I took it completely seriously. Maybe because of the lack of smileys.
But many (even famous) people are using clickbaits. Just see YouTube, for example.

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clickbait! Clickbait! LOL!

I can only imagine what that hermit living on that rock must feel and think. Does someone actually live there?

I love New England too. I've been up that way several times and have never left without wanting to stay. It's beautiful up there.

Thanks for sharing! That's a nice escape for the day.

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Hahahah! OMG! Yes!!! Did you bite on it!???

To be fair, I have been to that beach, but, it is in Bermuda. Oh, that poor hermit. I often wonder what he is thinking and if it is as much fun for him now that his wife left him (ex-wife,it has been a while) She probably got tired of living in the house! Wouldn't you say? I know I would. It certainly doesn't look conducive to having a garden or much landscaping.

I just need to boat in a little closer. :)

I am from Connecticut and so New England is near and dear to me. It is always beautiful! Glad I could bring you along!! :) Have a great evening!

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When I see the beach and the sea ... it's enough for me, I don't see anything else around.
I apologize for the 50% vote, I was wrong, it remained set so from the previous votes.

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It's true, isn't it?? I am the same.

Never apologize. I never even look to see who votes what. But, I appreciate it. Some days I vote more than others, it just depends on what I have left.

Thanks for the visit, Dan!!! @bluemoon It is always a treat to see you! As always, have a most wonderful day!

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I know you are the same...I'm really glad about that. If we do not sow in our passions we have no way of appreciating each other.
Thanks and I'm glad you say that, it's the same for me when I see you. I'm glad I can tell you my friend.

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Well, that is good that we are the same. :)

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Well, within certain limits ... there are many differences given by the way life has marked us.

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That is true. Growing up free has given me certain privileges and a different perspective.

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Would you believe I have not visited Newport yet but I will one day especially after this post showing it’s charm and beauty
I didn’t know what shakes were now I do and the difference from shingles I wonder how long my brain will keep that stored lol 😂

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I actually can almost not believe that you have not visited Newport yet because it's only hours from where you live. Or maybe I say that because my mom had family there and we spent a lot of time their growing up. It really is a very Charming place and has a genteel feel to it. Lulu and you would have so much fun there and the food is amazing. But of course it's always amazing on the water.

Thank you for visiting my Wednesday walk and of course I hope you have a most wonderful night.

Thanks for being such a great guide for #SteemUSA!

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I have been close to it at times but never made it there, but I really must do a day trip there it really isnt that far LOL

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It is close enough for you to spit at! ;)

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Almost but not quite but driving to see the family I get within spitting distance LOL

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Oh, yes! That is true! But, New England has so many amazing places to go and so many things to do.

Soon, you will be able to take full advantage of all that is wonderful. I am sure that you are looking forward to it also. Can this platform get any quieter????

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Yeah with Lulu not well I dont like going to far afield as well at the moment but maybe when we are closer to Mark Jeanne and the grandkids things will change I keep hoping Lulu will get better and want to go exploring as well like we used to

Ohh yeah its getting like a ghost town in so many ways :(

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I am sure once she gets resettled, it will be easier for her to concentrate on herself. Stress can play a major role in her not getting better quicker. I have a feeling moving close to Mark and Jeanne is really going to help a lot.

Oh, yeah. Some days feeling pretty alone here. :(

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That’s my hope time will tell I guess but have to stay hopeful and positive

Let’s hope it starts picking up again on the platform soon

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Wow that poem at the end got me in the feels!!!

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Isn't that the most incredible how long!? I keep it up there because I can read it over and over and touches to my very core.

Thanks for stopping by and saying hello and as always, I wish you are most wonderful day.

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Newport looks like such a pretty town, I could also get quite addicted to it! The sights and the smells you describe are just beautiful; something to look forward to visiting and eventually settling into again some day!

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Thank you my lovely! Newport is a beautiful town and has so many little interesting pieces of History, art and beauty that really draw you in. I probably will not settle back in there but close enough that I can reach out and touch it. Thank you so much for taking the time to stop in and say hello and as always I wish you a most wonderful day.

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Well it's an interesting beach, anyway! Where is it? Definitely not in New England! Thanks for that little trip to Newport! I have not been there in ages. My husband is from Massachusetts - just over the state line from Rhode Island!

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IWell there's no fooling you! That is actually in Bermuda and this one of my most favorite beaches to go to. I'm actually from Connecticut and my mother has relatives all over Rhode Island so we spent a lot of time there. It's beautiful, it's artsy and it's one of the places that I like to peruse. Thank you so much for stopping by and say hello!

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Now that’s a place I would love to go to on a cruise sometime!! I used to live in Trumbull Connecticut back in the late seventies!

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Bermuda or Newport? The cruise ships have started cruising into Newport now. I guess they dredged the harbor to accommodate them. That and the fact of letting off a boatload of people on the town. I am pretty sure them locals voted that one down for a while. :)

I wonder how that will change the feel of old Newport. It is such an old monied town. Time will tell. I do miss any aspect of living in Connecticut and Trumbell was one of the towns that call coup on a mall. To this day, there aren't as many fast food or malls as the rest of the world.

:) Have a great day, Diane!

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Bermuda! Lol! I’ve been to Newport!!

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:) I thought so! It is easier to go there from NY and then it parks there for three days as you enjoy going in and out of the ship as you please. I have flown into there and that is amazing also, with a less structured itinerary.

It is one of my favorite islands to go to. :)

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I think the cruises from Boston and Charleston stay a week anchored there. At least they used to.

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Actually, the cruises are a week, but, they take several days to get there and one and a half to get back. Port fees have gone up and there is a lot more on cruise ships than there ever used to be.

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I think there used to be longer ones, but I may be mistaken. Still, it’s on our bucket list. Lol!

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For sure! You will absolutely love it! I can guarantee it.

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Too many places on our bucket list, and too little time! Lol!

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Too many places
On our bucket list, and
Too little time! Lol!

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Agreed! Some of the places I want to visit - the climate has changed and I am reluctant to go at the moment, so it has really made me stop and reevaluate my reasons.

How sad is that? I was going to Cuba this fall and will change that, but, also Egypt has pushed further ahead.

Le sigh.

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Every time I see a post like this it makes me want to live on the east coast. We just don't have stuff like that out in Southern California but then again when I see the snow I change my mind. Great job again.

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I can't say that I blame you either way! I love the east coast and all that it stands for and even though I have moved away through work live in the Washington DC area my heart still belongs up there. I had been fortunate that there are many times they sent me away when it was snowing. Lucky me

I would move to California heartbeat if they would change their politics LOL

Thanks again! And as always I wish you a most wonderful day!

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Thank you, ya politics here are not good. But it is getting so bad that maybe it will change.

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Hola@dswigle,espero se encuentre bien,viendo su trabajo me quede asombrada por tan bellos sitios y su variedad,me llamo la atencion el sitio de la langosta me recuerda la casa de la langosta aqui en margarita un sitio muy acogedor,muy lindas imagenes,Dios bendiga su talento amiga,que bueno,la felicito,feliz noche

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Thank you. I do love the lobster house. It is one of my favorite places to be! Hope all is well with you! Thank you for stopping in and saying hello!

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Hi Denise. I was looking at the first photo and thought the rock to the far left looked like the head of a large prehistoric dinosaur.
You live in a beautiful place, I can see why you love it there. The shake houses are lovely but as far as the house out on the water goes...it is a great attraction but might cause an wife to leave if she has no way off the rock. 😂
Thanks for posting the poem in it’s entirety. It has such truth written with passion and heartbreaking emotion. ❤️

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I agree with you! Does look like a dinosaur!

I no longer live here however it's close enough for me to visit and I do spend some time there because it's a childhood memory. I love the shake houses always line Eastern seaboard and as far as the house on the rock is? A husband and wife who were both Architects bought it and for some reason or other they divorced and so he lives there. Alone. How depressing would that be?

The poem tugs at my heart every time I read it. I want to thank you for stopping by!!

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You are most welcome Denise. Thanks for your generous tip. Appreciated!
Blessings!

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You are always welcome! My pleasure!

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I love the beach as well as the walk and photos you show us at Newport. Very different from the view at my place. My privilege to 'walk' with you. =)

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Isn't it awesome that we can share different places, giving us a perspective that we might have otherwise never had?

Thank you! It was my pleasure to have you with me!

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Seems like many beach towns have a cool vibe. Must be what they call "Salt Life". All I know is I feel best when near water!

Seems like a happening small town! A bit of old timey mixed with some new. Not at all bad.

Hey I hear that bubbly calling my name. Pop that top! Those nails are like a real firecracker! Wow talk about a head-turner omg! ;)

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Oh, seriously! LOL

All beach towns have a vibe of sorts. The northern and southern vibe is different in my opinion. Both a great! I have never found that vibe on a lake, but, they do have a life of their own, I know. I am still more compelled to follow the salt. :)

I knew we could get you addicted if we made you go to the beach once again. You had forgotten how alluring the call of the sea was. Many New England beach towns are a mix of the old and new and the southern beachtowns are more modern. I think that describes how I see them.

Well, seems like you are getting better every day, what with you running off trying to join up the coeds at college again. I am going to have to say that it was probably the messenger bag.

Have an awesome #TrashThursday!

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Well, I bit on your bait. Hahaha! 😂 I was thinking, "Denise is on vacation again?!" Hahaha! 😂 But anyhow, the place you took us out for a walk is also beautiful. 😍

The detailed definition of shakes and shingles made me smile. I haven't even encountered these words before how much more use it interchangeably. Hahaha! 😂🤣 Well, two new words for my vocabulary. 😂

Thank you for this educational post, Denise. Have a beautiful day. 💕

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Hahaha! I caught one with the clickbait!!! Yes! LOL

But, I will be again soon, although not until mid-October. I have to space them, so they feel like a vacation instead of drifting off into the world, right? :) I grew up with shakes along the seaboard. Most people don't know the difference and when I got to thinking about it, it really doesn't matter, does it?LOL Well, now you know.

Haha! Two more unnecessary words to stick in your vocabulary, right? Well, I hope that you have a most fabulous day! It promises to be amazing!

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Hahaha! You are very funny, Denise! 😂

Really? Vacation again?!? Oh, you are making us envy all over again! Tsk! Haha! But really, you deserve it, Denise. And yes, we should not overdo vacations. They say that it should only be the dessert. If we overeat desserts more than the main course, we will have health problems. Hehehe! 😁

I'm currently on the road travelling for more than 15hrs now. So far, so good.

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Hahaha! Talk about traveling! :)

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Hahaha! Yeah right... But I haven't been on vacation for quite a while.. (Hahaha... Explaining, explaining 😁😂)

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Ohhhh!!! I see! So then, of course, you will have no chance of getting tired of the sweets! :)

I hope you have an amazing time!! Where are you headed to???

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We're heading to the south of the country, to Davao City. Soooo excited for durian. Please expect for durian for #MarketFriday. Hahaha! 😁😁😁

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Ohhh! I love durian!!! We never get any (it is rare!!!) So I truly expect lots of durian for #MarektFriday!!! :) And, of course, I hope you have a most amazing time while you are there! Safe travels and rest up!! :)

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Yes, durian is a tropical fruit so it should be rare in your place. If not, it would be so unfair!!! Hahaha! 😂😂 We will have durian all we want for sure. And we are so happy that it is durian season right now.

Thank you. We will make sure that we have sufficient rest. 😊

Why are you always voting my replies? I cannot do that. My VP depletes so easily. 😢 Hmmm, I'll send you SBI instead. 😊😊

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Noooo! Mine depletes too. However, I am not a vote for vote kind of person. I am very happy for the interaction and conversations that flow on Steemit, choosing to ignore what people vote me. I don't even look.

So don't be sorry to not reciprocate! That is never my intention. I love to vote, although it is always small so it goes around more and I love tips. So, it would make me happy for you to just accept it. :)

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SBI already sent. 😊

"There is more happiness in giving than in receiving." So please, let me also be happy. Let me also give you something. 😊😊

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wednesday walk here is something i want

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Haha! I am so glad that you could stop and say hello! It is always more fun to go on a walk with others with you!

Today is such a beautiful morning! I hope you are having a great day!

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Sounds like this is where you will retire when not on a photo-taking journey in the motor home. That sounds perfect for you.

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Well, someday when I get ready to settle down in one place and grow roots, it will most likely be on the eastern seaboard, which is where I am from.

Photo taking journeys will start when I quit work, relying on my independent wealthiness to take care of me. That and my life savings are enough reason for me to stop working. There probably won't be any social security when I try to collect it! :) You know what? I have asked myself this question: How much money does it take me to be happy? I decided not as much as I thought.

Hope you are having an awesome day!

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According to a lecture I listened to by Daniel Kahneman, a behavioral psychologist who earned the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Science (2002), $70,000 is the amount needed to be happy (maybe it's $77,000. now). This comes from a twenty years study of 300,000 people (hopefully I'm remembering correctly) and done in big cities...I think it was San Francisco, Chicago and possible New York...anyway three largely populated cities for a family of four. I found it hard to believe but he is a pretty respected guy and the length of the study and the amount of people involved let me allow for the possibility. I will say it cost less at retirement than I thought it would.

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My intention is to stop before I can actually retire. I will let you know how that works out. ;)

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Thank you so much for the mention on the #Hit-Parade @arcange!! It is always and forever an honor to find my name on your list.

Thank you for the continuing work you do on the platform to make this a better place!

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What a cool beach town @dswigle. How do you find all of these special places? I love the house on the rock! That would be amazing to live on a rock with water all around, king and queens of the hill I would say. I too hate seeing the old being torn down to be replaced with "new" Old, quaint they all have so many stories to tell us. Those shake shingles are a perfect example :) Thank you for sharing one of your favorite spots!

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"The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it"

Now there's an interesting quote. I think I'll monkey with the tense a bit and steal it.

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I have to admit, you make me laugh every time I read your comments. LOL

Thank you so much and as always I hope you have a most blessed day.

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I must admit I got lost in the story of the house, too. If it were in the middle of nowhere ... on dry land, in the woods or in the desert, it would appeal to me more. Not right out there in the middle of the water though ... stuck out like a sore thumb with boat traffic everywhere. (Sigh.) Thanks ... but I'll pass on that one. (But I like a lot of the pioneering spirit that built it and keeps it going. More power to them!! Can you tell I am not a city-girl? You can? What gave it away??)

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Yeah, you city girls I'm telling you! That's okay. I don't think that I could live in Narragansett Bay in the middle of all that boat traffic. I'm a pretty flower in person but I have to draw the line in the bay somewhere. Especially when school is out and there are college kids floating all over. Incidentally, husband wife were a team of Architects and so this house was right at the rally but it didn't take misses architect long to ditch mr. Architects and move off the island. In all honesty she probably got voted off. LOL anyway mr. Architect lives alone. I for the life of me could never understand someone who chooses to be alone. Very, very alone.

Thank you for stopping by and leaving your kind words and thoughts! Have a most wonderful day!

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